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channel clearing

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The removal from river channels of silt, sand and gravel brought in by streams and surface runoff in order to re-establish their natural width and depth; sometimes it also involves cutting down by scythe the vegetation growth and grasses on banks.

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http://www.semide.net/portal_thesaurus/Concept/363

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